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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Glasgow takes 11h 3m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple to Glasgow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 3m
Duration
497 mi
Distance
£219
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Barnstaple to Glasgow train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Barnstaple and Glasgow. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Glasgow at 2:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 11h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast16h 45m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast15h • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast15h 21m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 26m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 42m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 26m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 42m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast13h 54m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 33m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 35m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 27m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 35m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 28m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 32m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 26m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 42m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 39m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 26m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast9h 42m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Glasgow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Glasgow.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 496.8 mi
  • Duration: 11h 3m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Glasgow, Scotland?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Glasgow Central via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 9h 41m.

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